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19 April 2026, 5:52 pm
Orombi urges Northern learners to rise as IGG launches clubs
By Golden Vicky Ayiro Former Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Henry Luke Orombi, has challenged students in Northern Uganda to reject limiting labels and pursue success with determination, as the Inspectorate of Government rolls out integrity clubs in schools…
18 April 2026, 7:05 pm
Call to elevate UTC Lira to science and technology university gains momentum
By Baker Okello The Head Teacher of Aroca Seed Secondary School in Apac Municipality, Elok Martin, has urged Members of Parliament from the Lango subregion to prioritise upgrading Uganda Technical College Lira into a fully-fledged University of Science and Technology.…
18 April 2026, 4:48 pm
Students urged to stay focused as Kole school receives science lab equipment
By Dickens Aruca Students have been encouraged to remain committed to their studies if they are to achieve their dreams and secure a better future. The call was made on Thursday 16th. April.2026, by Hon. Judith Alyek, the outgoing Chairperson…
15 April 2026, 7:57 pm
Koboko school protest erupts over leadership concerns, students sent home
Tension briefly gripped Nyangilia Secondary School in Koboko District on Monday, April 13, 2026, after students staged a peaceful protest against the school’s administration, citing poor leadership and declining academic standards. The students marched to the offices of the Municipal…
13 April 2026, 4:04 pm
Students urged to become job creators as SAGRASS welcomes new learners
By Dickens Aruca The Acting Director of Lira Regional Referral Hospital, Dr. Andrew Odur, has challenged students to focus on becoming job creators rather than job seekers. Dr. Odur made the remarks while officiating as chief guest at a ceremony…
12 April 2026, 9:12 am
Namasale technical school shines with 97% pass rate in 2025 TVET exams
By Sarah Ejang and Alphonce Odur Namasale Technical School has once again cemented its reputation as a centre of academic excellence following the release of the 2015 TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) results. Out of the 217 students…
7 April 2026, 9:01 pm
New classroom blocks commissioned at Kabbani Primary School, Kyegegwa
By Kyalisiima Asuman A sigh of relief swept through pupils and teachers of Kabbani Primary School in Ruyonza County, Kyegegwa District, as district officials commissioned a two-classroom block after 33 years. The commissioning ceremony, held on Tuesday, 7 April 2026,…
7 April 2026, 11:19 am
Ufahari Girls urge balanced approach to mental health in schools
By Byamukama Alozious Ufahari Girls, a girl-led initiative advocating for the wellbeing, mental health, and rights of girls and young women, has launched a movement combining faith, mentorship, and mental health awareness in schools across Uganda to address the growing…
6 April 2026, 2:04 pm
Beauty pageants in Lango promote leadership and tourism awareness
By Baker Okello Miss Lango, Queen Linda Acio Abong, has encouraged schoolgirls to actively participate in pageantry, emphasising its role in building confidence, improving public speaking skills, and raising awareness of Uganda’s tourism sector among young people. The Lango queen…
2 April 2026, 18:41
ADRA engages stakeholders to raise funds for education of vulnerable girls
By Ekel Bonny Daniel The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) engaged stakeholders in Pader District to mobilise support for ADRA RUN 2026, a fundraising initiative aimed at supporting the education of vulnerable girls in Northern Uganda, particularly in Agago…